Insight: The Stripped Back Podcast

Stephen Buckley and Keith Delahan•www.instagram.com

Ireland’s only business, education, society and culture podcast that is harnessed by the trade community. A platform created by working tradespeople, for everyone. Hosted by cousins and fellow electricians Stephen Buckley and Keith Delahan, it’s an independently produced show built on the foundations of the trades, but open to all. Each episode features guests from a wide variety of career backgrounds, sharing honest stories, life lessons, and real experiences. It’s about the conversation, the connection, and the community.Listen in and become part of something great we’re building together.

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Episodes

S2 E2 - Stand Up For Evolution

Join Stephen and Keith on their award winning podcast were on this episode they welcome Plumber, Social Media Star, Podcast Host and Amateur Stand Up Comedian Pete Withers onto The Overload Segment to talk about the trade industry, podcasting and the amateur comedy circuit. Stephen and Keith discuss some important topics including tool theft and solar battery storage before welcoming seasoned electrician and the creator of the innovative Remi Tool Kit Garrett Rooney on to The Guest Interview Seg...

Apr 10, 2024•1 hr 38 min•Season 2Ep. 2

S2 E1 - Unfaltering Endurance

Join Stephen and Keith on their award winning podcast were on this episode they welcome Ricky Byrne onto The Overload Segment to talk about AM2’s, AFDDs and also to promote cancer awareness through personal experiences. On the guest interview segment they welcome Danny Webb aka SparkyMilan on to share his journey and give his insights into the positive and negative aspects of trade social media pages and the overall condition of the industry right now. Find Ricky on Instagram @byrneelectricalltd...

Mar 25, 2024•1 hr 23 min•Season 2Ep. 1

S1 E10 - Retrospect & Prospect

Join Stephen and Keith on their award winning podcast were on this final episode of Season 1, they look back upon the journey of the podcast from its inception to what the future holds for it in Season 2. They also welcome electrical apprentice Josh Flynn onto The Overload Segment to share his brave and invaluable insights regarding supports for people with learning difficulties. They welcome Canadian welder and artist Courtney Chard onto The Guest Interview Segment to talk about her career, pro...

Mar 18, 2024•1 hr 16 min•Season 1Ep. 10

S1 E9 - Overcome Adversity

Join Stephen and Keith on their award winning podcast were on this episode they welcome trailblazing electrician KimmyTheSparks onto The Overload Segment to share her journey into the electrical industry, the importance of having a social media presence and how to balance work and home life, along with what needs to be done to encourage more to follow in her footsteps. On the special interview segment they welcome industrial electrician Richard Cockerline onto the podcast to talk about the chall...

Mar 11, 2024•1 hr 26 min•Season 1Ep. 9

S1 E8 - Rising Phoenix

Join Stephen and Keith on their award winning podcast were on this episode they welcome electrician and content creator Mike Page aka Residual Current onto a special extended instalment of The Overload Segment. We also welcome Chatreen O’Connor, Ross Taylor, Allysha Lynch, Eoin Flynn and Martha Kinch who are apprentices from various industries onto the Interview Segment to shine a light on their apprenticeship journeys. Find all our guests on Instagram at; Mike Page - @residualcurrent, Chatreen ...

Mar 04, 2024•1 hr 59 min•Season 1Ep. 8

S1 E7 - From A Land Down Under

Join Stephen and Keith on their award winning podcast were on this episode they welcome Sean O’Shea from Glenview heating onto The Overload Segment to get an insight into the world of plumbing and how the relationship between plumbers and electricians has evolved with the rise in renewable energy installations. Also, their special guest interview is with Glen McNamara, who joins them from Australia to shine a light on what it’s like for an Irishman abroad working down under. To learn more about ...

Feb 26, 2024•1 hr 10 min•Season 1Ep. 7

S1 E6 - Unleash Your Potential

Join Stephen and Keith on their award winning podcast were on this episode they welcome James Carraher from Carraher Electrical onto The Overload Segment to discuss the industry in Ireland right now and the importance of product testing when it comes to safety devices. They also welcome Daniel McAdam from Re-Wired Agency onto The Guest Interview Segmebt to share his journey and talk all things administration within the trades industry. Head over to Instagram @carraherelectrical or @rewiredagency...

Feb 19, 2024•1 hr 40 min•Season 1Ep. 6

S1 E5 - Igniting The Spark

Join Stephen and Keith on their award winning podcast were on this Episode the welcome Irelands first ever female electrical apprentice of the year award winner Kerrie Fitzgerald onto the podcast to talk about her journey into the trade and winning such a prestigious award. Kerrie also discusses what it means to be a female in the trade industry and how important it is to promote it. Stephen and Keith are back for an extended Overload Segment to discuss more hot topics and current events. Check ...

Feb 12, 2024•1 hr 5 min•Season 1Ep. 5

S1 E4 - So, You Want To Be An Electrician?

Join Stephen and Keith on their award winning podcast were on this episode they welcome Electrician, Chartered Engineer and Author, Gary Alder on to share his journey and his knowledge about the electrical apprenticeship in the UK, project management and the future of the industry. They also welcome OnTheTools Apprentice Of The Year 2023 Award Winner Lizzie Corsten to The Overload Segment to talk about the state of the UK Apprenticeship System. To find out more about the podcast, check out our I...

Feb 05, 2024•41 min•Season 1Ep. 4

S1 E3 - Ideal Pressure

Join Stephen and Keith on their award winning podcast were on this episode the have award winning Irish engineer Jamie Bermingham on to discuss all things Plumbing and Heating, working abroad and representing Ireland in the world-skills competition . They also have their regular unfiltered chat about current events and hot topics on The Overload Segment. To find out more about the podcast, check out our Instagram page @insightthestrippedbackpodcast and check out our bio link.

Jan 29, 2024•48 min•Season 1Ep. 3

S1 E2 - The Second Fix

Join Stephen and Keith on their award winning podcast were on this episode they welcome award winning electrician Jack Duignan from JD2 Electrical onto the podcast to discus everything important relating to the state of the industry, apprenticeship issues, mental health and his own journey and challenges becoming self employed. We Keith and Stephen get together for another instalment of The Overload Segment for unfiltered chat about current events and hot topics. To find out more about the podca...

Jan 22, 2024•37 min•Season 1Ep. 2

S1 E1 - The First Fix

Join Stephen and Keith on their award winning podcast were on this episode they welcome phase 2 electrical instructor and grinds tutor John Doheny onto the podcast to share his journey into the role and discuss the challenges involved and what is needed to achieve success within the electrical apprenticeship system. Keith and Stephen get together on The Overload Segment for unfiltered chat about hot topics within the industry. They share their backgrounds and the reasoning behind setting up the ...

Jan 15, 2024•55 min•Season 1Ep. 1

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